Bugs Quote by Marguerite Henry
“Facts are fine, fer as they go ... but they're like water bugs skittering atop the water. Legends, now - they go deep down and bring up the heart of a story.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Witch of Blackbird Pond”, 1958
Facts are fleeting, but legends dive deep, revealing core truths of stories.
In simple terms: Legends reveal deeper truths.
Key Takeaway
Value narrative depth.
Themes
storytelling
truth
culture
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
literary
analytical
When to use this quote
- historical research
- creative writing
- media production
Key Concepts
mythmaking
narrative analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do legends shape cultural memory?
- When is factual accuracy essential?
A Different Perspective
Legends may distort facts.
